This easy, no bake retro Strawberry Angel food cake is made with store bought angel food cake, frozen strawberries, whipped cream and jello. It's very light and refreshing, so it's the perfect dessert for Easter or to accompany any big holiday spring or summer meal.
Refrigerate until it begins to set (this will take about 3 minutes)
Meanwhile, while the jello strawberry mixture is setting, whip all 3 cups of whipping cream to soft peaks. Set aside 2 cups in a separate bowl and whip stiff peaks.
2 cups whipping cream
With a spoon, mix 2 cups whipped cream with strawberry jello mixture.
Add 1 tablespoon of white granulated sugar to the remaining 1 cup of whipped cream and whip to stiff peaks and refrigerate (this will be your garnish).
1 cup whipping cream, 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
Tear half of the angel food cake into bite-sized pieces/cubes and place in bottom of bundt cake pan.
1 store-bought angel food cake
Pour half of jello/whipped cream mixture on top of angel food cake.
Then repeat with another layer of angel food cake.
Add remaining mixture until all pieces are covered.
Refrigerate for 24 hours.
Unmold: Place a plate on top of cake and flip
Turn cake upside down onto plate.
Garnish
Garnish with fresh strawberries and additional whipped cream, if desired.
8 whole fresh strawberries
When ready to serve, slice or scoop onto serving plates or bowls and enjoy!
Notes
Expert Tips:
Cold Ingredients for Faster Setting – Using frozen strawberries helps the Jello set faster. If using fresh strawberries, consider chilling them beforehand or adding ice cubes to the Jello mixture (just be sure to reduce the amount of boiling water accordingly).
Chill Your Whipping Cream & Bowl – For the best results, chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before whipping the cream. Cold utensils help the cream whip up faster and create a fluffier texture.
Gently Fold the Mixture – When combining the Jello mixture with the whipped cream, use a gentle folding motion to keep the mixture light and airy. Stirring too vigorously can deflate the whipped cream.
Let It Set Completely – Be sure to let the dessert chill in the fridge for a full 24 hours. This will ensure that the Jello sets properly and holds its shape when unmolded.
Run Warm Water on the Pan – If you’re having trouble getting the cake out of the bundt pan, run warm water around the outside of the pan for a few seconds to help loosen it. Gently shake the pan before flipping onto a serving plate.
Best Served Chilled – This dessert tastes best when it’s properly chilled. Serve it straight from the fridge for a cool, creamy treat.
🌡️StorageStore this strawberry angel food dessert in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.These ingredients do not freeze well.